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One injured in two-vehicle crash

By Chris Fortune A man riding a minibike suffered injuries after being hit by a car at South 12th and Pacific Streets Saturday afternoon. The driver of a blue Pontiac Vibe collided with the man on the minibike, and the motorcyclist suffered head injuries. The injuries were described as minor to moderate, according to Sgt.

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Two injured in single-car accident

By Chris Fortune Two women suffered injuries after their vehicle ran off the road and struck a pole at N. 19th and Highly Streets. The St. Joseph Police Department received the call at 2:06 p.m. One woman suffered moderate injuries and the other woman suffered serious injuries, according to Sgt. Chris Thomas. “The car flipped

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Local private schools prepare for new year

By Charles Christian Like their public school colleagues, St. Joseph private schools administrators, teachers and staff are preparing for the new school year. Natalie Newville begins her first full school year as president of the St. Joseph Catholic Academy. She said the preparation of the Academy is unique, because of five separate campuses under one

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Eye checks important before school starts

By Ashley Luthans With school starting back up, eye checkups for kids are key, as vision issues can interfere with their ability to learn. Children may have trouble focusing if they cannot see the board that their teacher is writing on or even the words in the textbook in front of them. This can cause

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Council considering Thompson for interim city manager

By Cameron Montemayor St. Joseph is eyeing Clint Thompson as interim city manager following the announced resignation of Bryan Carter effective Sept. 6. Monday’s city council agenda includes a first reading for an ordinance to appoint Thompson as interim city manager until an employment contract with a new city manager becomes effective. A formal vote

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Vital statistics for Aug. 16

By NewsPress Now Marriage applications Chase Bret Hageman, 29, and Ariana Marie Rampani, 25, both of St. Joseph. Max Evan Haywood, 21, and Victoria Lynn Francis Conroy, 22, both of St. Joseph. Jacob Dean Goodwin, 27, and Maddyson Dayne Schultz, 29, both of St. Joseph. Devin James McAdams, 29, and Paige Raylynn Lemoine, 21, both

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Deeds of trust for Aug. 16

By NewsPress Now Deeds of trust reported from Aug. 9 to Aug. 13 Lakeview Loan Servicing LLC, M&T Bank AIF to Morgan Domann, Mitchell Byrd, 15 57 34 PT SW Quarter. Homebridge Financial Services Ind, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems Inc. to Rosibell Lopez, Benito Guido, Pleasant Hill LT 103. Freedom Mortgage Corp., Mortgage Electronic Registration

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Thefts and Vandalism for Aug. 16

By NewsPress Now Thefts reported from July 30 to Aug. 12 512 N. 11th St., burglary at church/synagogue. 2025 Scott St., burglary at residence/home. 4912 King Hill Ave., items stolen at residence/home. 1701 Olive St., items stolen at residence/home. 3002 N. 18th St., items stolen at residence/home. 4315 Pickett Rd., items stolen at commercial/office building.

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Arrests for Aug. 16

By NewsPress Now Arrests reported from Aug. 6 to Aug. 12 Hollie Marie Peek, 30, 2017 S. Belt Highway, warrant for failure to appear in court. Samantha M. Newton, 31, 827 Parker St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Theodore Tyron Thomas, 64, 1206 Angelique St., warrant for failure to appear in court. Jessica

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SJSD hosts hiring fair for 2024-25 vacancies

By Jazmine Knight The St. Joseph School District searched for standout candidates at its final hiring fair before the beginning of the school year. As previously reported, the district is looking for a number of positions including paraprofessionals, campus supervisors and interventionists. First-time attendee Alex Schaffer said the event gave applicants a chance to speak

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Scouting opportunities available for area youth

By Ashley Luthans With the school year starting back up, Scouting is getting back in full swing. Young people looking for an activity to get involved with are encouraged to sign up now, said Erik McGuire, the district director for the Pony Express Council of Scouting America. “Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA provide fun programming

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SJSD hosts back-to-school news conference to answer FAQs

By Jazmine Knight St. Joseph School District officials hosted a back-to-school news conference on Wednesday to answer questions of public interest. The panel consisted of Superintendent Gabe Edgar; Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Brian Kraus; Assistant Superintendent of Academic and Education Services Ashly McGinnis and Director of Nonacademic Services Shannon Nolte. One of the first

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Dance Arts Center celebrates 40 years

By Ashley Luthans A long-standing St. Joseph dance studio celebrated its birthday Tuesday by inviting community members to check out what it has to offer. The Dance Arts Center (DAC) turns 40 years old this year, and owner Marla Heeler shared that being at the studio has been a special experience for her. “You know,

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SJSD looking to fill 40 positions with hiring fair

By Jazmine Knight As teacher recruitment remains a key focus locally and nationwide, the St. Joseph School District is making one final attempt to hire new employees for the upcoming school year. Brian Kraus, assistant superintendent of human resources, said the district is in need of classified positions, which is why it will host one

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